ww2(part5) Flashcards
(9 cards)
What percentage of the vote did Hitler receive when he ran for President in 1932?
38%
This election legitimized Hitler as a politician despite losing.
Who appointed Hitler Chancellor of Germany?
President Hindenburg
Hindenburg and the conservative elite aimed to destroy the German political left.
On what date was Hitler appointed Chancellor of Germany?
November 30th, 1933
This marked the official rise of the Nazi party to power.
What significant event occurred on February 27th, 1933?
The German Parliament (Reichstag) burned down
The Nazis blamed a communist for the fire to rally support.
What title did Hitler give himself after abolishing democratic institutions?
Führer
The term means ruthless or tyrannical leader.
What was the impact of the Treaty of Versailles on Germany’s military?
It forbade Germany from rearming or making any weapons or machines of war.
Despite this, Germany began small rearmament before the Nazis came to power.
What action did Hitler take regarding German rearmament after becoming Chancellor?
He ordered the full rearming of the German military.
This was a clear violation of the Treaty of Versailles.
What international organization did Germany leave in 1933?
The League of Nations
This was part of Hitler’s preparations for war.
Did the League of Nations retaliate against Germany for breaking the Treaty of Versailles?
No
The League of Nations did nothing in response to the violations.
